People are always looking for simple and effective ways to get fit, especially at the start of the new year. We found the Ultimate Sandbag (USB) to be an excellent choice for those looking for an at-home ... Continue Reading
DVRT: How an Overlooked Tool Delivers Extraordinary Results
It took me a while to notice: this gym has no barbells. I was at J & D Fitness in Las Vegas, Nevada to interview Josh Henkin, the guy behind Dynamic Variable Resistance Training (DVRT) and the ... Continue Reading
5 Week Sandbag Workout Program: Week 4 – Play Time
Welcome to the fourth part of this five-part weekly series on sandbag training. This installment will focus on the use of sandbag training specifically for that often overlooked element of exercise and ... Continue Reading
5 Week Sandbag Workout Program: Week 3 – Planes of Motion
Welcome to the third part of this five-part weekly series on sandbag training. Today I’m going to be discussing the basic biomechanics of sandbag training and further advancing your competency with another ... Continue Reading
5 Week Sandbag Workout Program: Week 2 – Building Strength
Welcome to the second installment of this five-part weekly series on sandbag training. This article is going to focus on using sandbags to build strength, without a barbell, dumbbell, or kettlebell in ... Continue Reading
Sandbag Drills: Instability Builds Balance and Strength
My introductory article to sandbag training discussed some of the important, underappreciated variables that make sandbag training very unique. Once you gain an understanding of how to use these concepts ... Continue Reading
The Most Misunderstood Training Tool: The Sandbag
Ever want to hear an intense debate? Try sitting around a group of strength coaches arguing over the finer points and differences in Olympic lifting. Better yet, get a group of kettlebell enthusiasts ... Continue Reading
How to Use Sandbag Training For MMA and Combat Sports
It can be tough getting MMA athletes and martial artists to put enough focus into their strength and conditioning. Most love the thrill of competition and practice, but the sterile environment of many ... Continue Reading
